Recalls, complaints, and safety data from NHTSA
The 2011 Hyundai Sonata has 14 recalls, 3357 complaints, and a 5-star overall safety rating from NHTSA.
14
Recalls
3357
Complaints
★★★★★
Safety Rating
Data source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) · Last updated April 8, 2026
18V934000
ENGINE
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2011-2014 Sonata and 2013-2014 Santa Fe Sport vehicles previously repaired under recall numbers 1...
17V617000
SEAT BELTS:PRETENSIONER
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2011-2014 Sonata and 2011-2015 Sonata Hybrid vehicles previously repaired under recall campaign 1...
18V137000
SEAT BELTS:PRETENSIONER
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2011-2013 Sonata and 2011-2012 Sonata Hybrid vehicles. On February 27, 2018, Hyundai Motor Com...
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SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2011-2014 Sonata and 2011-2015 Sonata Hybrid vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the seat belt l...
14V433000
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2011 Sonata vehicles manufactured from December 11, 2009, through September 1, 2010. ...
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STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2011 Sonata vehicles manufactured December 11, 2009, to October 31, 2010. In the affe...
15V568000
ENGINE
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 Sonata vehicles manufactured December 11, 2009, to April 12, 2012 at Hyundai...
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SUSPENSION:FRONT:SPRINGS:COIL SPRINGS
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2011 Elantra vehicles manufactured November 12, 2010, to March 31, 2011, and Sonata ve...
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EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain model 2011-2012 Sonata vehicles. The brake pedal stopper pad can deteriorate allowing the brake ...
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POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Sonata vehicles manufactured December 11, 2009, through May 29, 2014. In th...
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EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH
Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2006-2009 Accent, model year 2007-2011 Azera, Sonata and Sante Fe,2006-2011 Tucson, 20...
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STEERING:GEAR BOX:SHAFT SECTOR
HYUNDAI IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011 SONATA VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM DECEMBER 11, 2009, THROUGH SEPTEMBER 10, 2010. ON SOME OF THESE VEHICL...
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STEERING:GEAR BOX:SHAFT SECTOR
HYUNDAI IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011 SONATA VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM DECEMBER 11, 2009, THROUGH SEPTEMBER 10, 2010. ON SOME OF THESE VEHICL...
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LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH
HYUNDAI-KIA HAS NOTIFIED NHTSA ABOUT A DEFECT IN CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011 SONATA VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM DECEMBER 11, 2009 THROUGH FEBRUARY 15, 2010...
Overall
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Front Crash
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Side Crash
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Rollover
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Rating for: 2011 Hyundai Sonata 4 DR FWD Latest Release
| Date ↓ | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 18, 2026 | ENGINE | On March 18, 2026 I brought my vehicle to AutoNation Hyundai for an oil change and full diagnostic.... |
| Mar 13, 2026 | ENGINE | The vehicle suddenly stopped and died while driving. The mechanic confirms that the engine is gone,... |
| Feb 21, 2026 | STEERING | The steering column gets loose because of a commonly defective bushing. The steering bangs and has ... |
| Feb 13, 2026 | STRUCTURE,UNKNOWN OR OTHER | My car was broken into and they broke off my door handle and took out ignition parts, a police repor... |
| Feb 5, 2026 | ENGINE | My 2011 Hyundai Sonata experienced sudden engine failure and the engine is now locked up. The vehicl... |
| Jan 13, 2026 | ENGINE | The contact owns a 2011 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated that while driving approximately 30 MPH, ... |
| Jan 12, 2026 | AIR BAGS | UNKNOWN - I noticed DASHBOARD crack over time and the AIR BAG light remain on at all times. The AIR ... |
| Jan 8, 2026 | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | The contact owns a 2011 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated that while attempting to start the vehicl... |
| Jan 7, 2026 | AIR BAGS,UNKNOWN OR OTHER | There was no accident .Airbag light on the dash, on the driver side, remains on at all times. The ai... |
| Dec 18, 2025 | STEERING,ENGINE | The contact owns a 2011 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated that while driving approximately 65 - 70 ... |
| Dec 18, 2025 | STRUCTURE | The Vehicle: "I have a 2011–2014 Hyundai Sonata with massive underbody rust." The Failed Fix: "Servi... |
| Dec 18, 2025 | STRUCTURE | The contact owns a 2011 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, an ins... |
| Nov 15, 2025 | ENGINE | I am reporting a safety-related engine failure involving my 2011 Hyundai Sonata 2.0T. In November 2... |
| Nov 14, 2025 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | CRUISE controldoesnt work due to design defect dirt getting in and stopping the function. |
| Nov 2, 2025 | ENGINE | The contact owns a 2011 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed spee... |
| Nov 1, 2025 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,SERVICE BRAKES,ENGINE | The vehicle experiences a recurring defect where the brake light turns on suddenly and the engine sh... |
| Oct 28, 2025 | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | The contact owns a 2011 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed spee... |
| Oct 19, 2025 | EXTERIOR LIGHTING,ENGINE | I bought this car from someone in April of 2024 and the person who i bought it from said everything ... |
| Oct 8, 2025 | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | The contact owns a 2011 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed spee... |
| Oct 8, 2025 | POWER TRAIN,SERVICE BRAKES,ENGINE | Good day, please note that most of my communication with Hyundai has been over the phone. I sent one... |